Amanda Duigan
Senior Speech Pathologist
BSc. Speech Pathology (Honours)
My Story
I initially turned toward a career in Speech Pathology after going on exchange for a year to Chile and discovering a love of languages. The experience of living in a country and initially speaking so little of their language was an incredibly humbling and challenging experience. Communication defines who we are, how we perceive ourselves and how we connect with the world around us. I am fortunate to work in a field where I have the opportunity to help people regain their sense of self by improving their communication.
BSc. Speech Pathology (Honours)
Curtin University
2007-2010
Certified Practising
Speech Pathologist
Speech Pathology Australia
Clinical speciality
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Aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia of speech and cognitive communication impairment
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Acute, rehabilitation and in-home community practice
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Functional goal setting and impairment-based therapy
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​Career Summary
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Over 10 years clinical experience working with adults in communication impairments as a result of stroke and other neurological conditions
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Experience in acute, subacute, rehabilitation and community settings working in tertiary level hospitals in WA and London
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Achievements ​
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First Class Honours (2010)
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Clinical Educator of the Year nominee (2018)
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Member of the Curtin University Vice-Chancellor’s List (2008)
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Curtin University Full Academic-Merit Scholarship (2007)